Ben and Sam banter about Aroldis Chapman and answer emails about title droughts, the Cubs and consecutive pennants, scoreless streaks, World Series strategy, the recent rarity of Game Sevens, playoff ads, and more.

Ben and Sam banter about Manny Mota Grip Stick and Smash Mouth's latest Twitter feud, then discuss the Cubs' use of Aroldis Chapman in Game 5 and some strategic considerations for the rest of the series.

Ben and Sam banter about mean-spirited nicknames, then answer emails about Kyle Schwarber's bat, Jon Lester's long con, the neglected White Sox drought, the Nationals' 2016 "success," overcoming bad broadcasters, paying to play in the World Series, and more.

Ben and Sam banter about the origin of the pitcher's mound, the impact of seeing a starter multiple times in the same series, and the Dodgers' perplexing approach against Jon Lester, who continues to flourish without ever throwing to first.